Medline MDS9953Recalls & reported problems
Medline Industries, Inc. · THERMOMETER, LARGE DISPLAY, F/C · Class 2
Data updated Oct 16, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
- Adverse event reports
- 37
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 37 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00888277701482), received between Sep 14, 2026 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 36 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings” (11 reports).
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works · Data updated Oct 16, 2026.
Reports received per month
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings11
- Computer Software Problem10
- No Audible Prompt/Feedback6
- Low Readings5
- Material Integrity Problem5
- Electrical /Electronic Property Problem4
- Unable to Obtain Readings4
- Battery Problem2
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions36
- Fever1
Recent adverse event reports
The 25 most recent of 37 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50951216 ↗MalfunctionSep 30, 2026High Readings; Low Readings
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50948525 ↗MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Computer Software Problem; Physical Resistance/Sticking
It was reported that "THE LARGE DISPLAY ORAL DIGITAL THERMOMETER (MDS9953H) IS NOT WORKING," and "MB SAYS THE LIGHT COMES ON, BUT WHEN IT'S SUPPOSED TO SHOW THE TEMPERATURE IT JUST SAYS \"LO\" INSTEAD."
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50947400 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings; No Audible Prompt/Feedback
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50937724 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50937619 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Computer Software Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50935662 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem
It was reported that THE THERMOMETER THAT WAS RCVD IS DEFECTIVE AS IT DOESNT WORK AT ALL.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50933842 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026No Audible Prompt/Feedback
It was reported that the thermometer "does not alarm any more, does not alarm after reading is done". It was also reported that "It is not beeping. He held the button for 180 seconds and did not hear a beep".
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50931875 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Unexpected Shutdown
It was reported that when turning on the device, it shows "LO" for a brief moment, then shuts off.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50923825 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50923824 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Computer Software Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50923531 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Material Integrity Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50923287 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Battery Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50921460 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026No Audible Prompt/Feedback
It was reported that the thermometer "SHOULD BEEP WHEN DONE TAKING TEMP, BUT IT DOESN'T."
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50916676 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem; Unable to Obtain Readings; Material Integrity Problem
It was reported that READS THE LETTERS LO AND F AND IT FLASHES AND DOESNT WORK.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50915216 ↗MalfunctionSep 25, 2026Unable to Obtain Readings; Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50906101 ↗OtherSep 25, 2026Computer Software Problem; No Audible Prompt/Feedback
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50904063 ↗MalfunctionSep 25, 2026Computer Software Problem; Display or Visual Feedback Problem
It was reported that IT ONLY WORKED 1 TIME - THERMOMETER WILL NOT LIGHT UP OR DO ANYTHING AFTER ONLY 1 USE.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50899819 ↗MalfunctionSep 25, 2026Computer Software Problem; No Display/Image
It was reported that "ITEM IS DEFECTIVE DUE TO SHOWING A BLANK SCREEN".
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50897082 ↗MalfunctionSep 24, 2026Low Readings
It was reported that the thermometer was "DEFEVTIVE READING LOW".
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50884949 ↗MalfunctionSep 23, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem; Material Integrity Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50873610 ↗MalfunctionSep 23, 2026Low Readings
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50873596 ↗MalfunctionSep 23, 2026Computer Software Problem; No Audible Prompt/Feedback
It was reported that "THERMOMETER IS GIVING A LOW MESSAGE AND IS ALSO NOT BEEPING."
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50872429 ↗MalfunctionSep 23, 2026Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings
It was reported that "THE THERMOMETER THAT THEY RCVD IS DEFECTIVE AS ITS NOT DISPLAYING THE PROPER TEMPERATURE AND TAKES OVER A MINUTE TO GIVE A READING."
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50870527 ↗MalfunctionSep 23, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem; Material Integrity Problem
It was reported that "This item does not work, and is defective" and "Push button to start wont work and could not open to check."
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50869614 ↗
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Sources and updates
- Device record: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026 · View this device in AccessGUDID ↗
- Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026 · each report above links to its original FDA record
- Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 16, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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